Assistant Professor, Natural Resources Science

~ The University of Wyoming is a land grant institution and the only 4-year higher education institution in the state. ~  

Wyoming represents an ideal case study for many of the most important current natural resources challenges.

The Haub School of Environment and Natural Resources (ENR) at the University of Wyoming has a mission to advance the understanding and resolution of complex environmental and natural resources challenges. 

Position Overview

ENR invites applications for the tenure-track position of Assistant Professor with expertise in natural resources science, management, and policy to enhance teaching and research in our interdisciplinary program.

Teaching duties associated with the Natural Resources Science position will include innovative, field and case-study based courses for undergraduate and graduate students, including those in an emerging mid-career graduate program. 

Qualifications

• We seek candidates with a PhD in natural resources science or, environmental science, physical science, or similar discipline, and experience with the interface between natural resources science and management/policy.
• The successful candidate will show demonstrated interest and excellence in undergraduate and graduate education. 
• The successful candidate will have a track record of research, peer-reviewed publication, and experience with applied natural resource topics, particularly those relevant to the Rocky Mountain West.
• S/he will also show a demonstrated interest in and ability to work on interdisciplinary teams to fund, conduct, and communicate policy-relevant research.
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience in effective science communication and outreach to both academic and non-academic audiences.

To Apply

• Please click below: "Apply Now Online!" to email a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, statement of research and outreach interests, and contact information for at least three references to Mandy Gifford. 
• Type "Natural Resources Scientist Assistant Professor" into the subject line.  
• Interested candidates may direct any questions to the search committee chair, by emailing or calling Courtney Carlson.  
• Your references would only be contacted after discussion with the candidate, and finalist candidates will be asked to supply letters of recommendation.
• Members of under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.

Note: We conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of the background check. 

~ The University of Wyoming is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law and University policy. ~